Purdey Gun and Rifle Makers: The Definitive History

Purdey Gun and Rifle Makers: The Definitive History

Purdey Gun and Rifle Makers: The Definitive History. SIGNED by author. Special edition plate on half title: 1734/3000. A history and record of these renown makers of exceptional guns and rifles, from 1916 until 2000. Generously illustrated with photos, notes, and drawings, both B&W and full color.

This magnificent book details the history of James Purdey & Sons, the British gunmaker universally respected and known the world over as makers of the finest quality guns. The author includes several appendices including serial numbers for the years 1816 to 2000 to assist with dating guns, as well as production figures to show the rarity of each. All patents are described, plus the Purdey gunmakers named to help identify initials stamped on the parts. Illustrated with over 130 color plates and 300 black & white plates and drawings, most never before published. With a PURDEY bookplate. Signed by the Author.